MY · Sarawak · 1.60°N 110.19°E

kubah national park

Frog-pond night walks and jungle waterfalls just outside Kuching.

Best time
Any time of year. Frogs are most active on wet nights, so a bit of rain helps.
How long
Half a day, or an evening for the night walk
Getting there
About 30–40 minutes' drive from Kuching city. Fly from KL to Kuching first, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
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MY · Sarawakkubah national park1.60°N 110.19°Egowherelah.com
Dear group chat,Frog-pond night walks and jungle waterfalls just outside Kuching.— gowherelahTo: whoever’s drivingKubah National ParkMY, Sarawak
KLkubah national park
≈ 960 km from KL, as the crow flies
Nice morning view of the Kubah national park. You guys so go and see it by yourselves. It's amazing!!

Photo: KelvinToh · CC BY-SA 4.0

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A national park in the Matang Range about 20 km from Kuching, with three sandstone peaks you can see from the city on a clear day. It's known for its frogs, and a night walk around the frog pond is why most people stay after dark.

Things to do

  1. Frog pond night walkGo after dark with a guide and a torch to find frogs of all sizes around the pond and streams.Map ↗
  2. Waterfall TrailAn easy walk to a jungle waterfall with a small pool.Map ↗
  3. Gunung SerapiA paved road climbs to the summit for views over Kuching. It's a long, steep walk up.Map ↗
  4. Rayu Trail to MatangA trail links Kubah with Matang Wildlife Centre, home to rescued orangutans and other animals.Map ↗

Good to know

  • Bring a headlamp, insect repellent and shoes you don't mind getting wet.
  • Leeches come out after rain. Leech socks help.

Last checked October 2026. Things change, so check opening times, fees and transport before you go.